Billionaires’ Alienation: Peter Thiel and the Abandonment of Humanity
Peter Thiel, a prominent figure in Silicon Valley, believes Western civilization has been in a state of stagnation since the 1970s, blaming it on the counterculture and the rise of the environmental movement. Thiel’s views, influenced by his analysis, have resonated with his peers, leading many to distance themselves from mainstream Democrats. His analysis of stagnation as requiring a radical right-wing political turn has had a profound influence on his peers in Silicon Valley. Thiel views figures like Greta Thunberg as the Antichrist, reflecting his belief in a literal interpretation of biblical dangers.